Trusts and Grants Manager

ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global educational organization in dance is seeking a Trusts and Grants Manager in London. You will lead grant applications, manage relationships with donors, and support the fundraising team. Ideal candidates have experience in trusts and grants fundraising, strong IT and interpersonal skills, and a passion for the arts. This role offers a hybrid working model, positive culture, and benefits including 25 days of paid holiday and employee support programs.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Bupa cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in trusts and grants fundraising is essential.
• Ability to deliver pitches and proposals is required.
• Commitment to the mission of RAD and appreciation of the arts.

Responsibilities

• Lead grant applications from trusts and grant-giving organizations.
• Build relationships with grant-giving organizations.
• Plan fundraising with Head of Major Gifts.

Skills

Trusts and grants fundraising

Relationship building

Account management

Using CRM databases

Major donor pipeline development

Strong IT skills

Excellent written and oral communication

Project management

Organisational skills

Passion for arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Great opportunity for a Trusts and Grants Manager to join the Fundraising & Development department at London HQ

The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is a global leader in dance education and training. Our mission is to inspire the world to dance. With a brand new purpose-built global headquarters in Wandsworth / Battersea, London, the RAD has a presence in 85 countries and 36 offices around the world. Established in 1920, the RAD was granted a Royal Charter in 1935. The RAD is a registered charity, a higher education establishment and an awarding body.

Reporting into the Head of Major Gifts, you will be responsible for leading on grant applications from trusts and other grant giving organisations. The grants will often be in the five to six figure range, and will be for a wide variety of activities, including bursaries, the Fonteyn International Ballet Competition, local and national learning and participation projects, and more. You will also be building on existing relationships with grant-giving organisations and help plan fundraising with the Head of Major Gifts and the Director of Fundraising and Development.

As a Trusts and Grants Manager you will:

• have experience in trusts and grants fundraising
• have experience of building relationships with donors and colleagues
• have experience in account managing a portfolio of grants
• have experience in using CRM databases
• have knowledge of major donor pipeline development
• have strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
• have excellent written and oral interpersonal skills with a donor focused approach
• have the ability to deliver pitches and proposals
• have strong project management skills
• have strong organisational skills and be self-motivated
• have a passion and commitment to the mission of RAD and an appreciation of the arts

We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. While time in our accessible London (Wandsworth / Battersea) office will be required, we operate a hybrid model of in-person and remote working. Staff discounts on dance and fitness classes and wellbeing resources, plus events and volunteering opportunities enhance the RAD experience.

In return, we offer 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform – including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, Bupa cash plan, life assurance, season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme. We also have a range of lunchtime activities including book club, dance, Pilates and a craft club.

Due to the nature of the RAD’s work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage.

The post you are applying for is classed as having a high degree of contact with children and involves ‘regulated activity’. As such it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview.

No agencies please.

OUR VALUES

WE ARE:

1. Exceptional Together - working collaboratively to achieve exceptional outcomes.
2. Creative Innovators – at the forefront of new artistic ideas and approaches.
3. Champions of wellbeing – providing a supportive environment and promoting the wellbeing of the dance community.
4. Open to all – removing barriers to participation.
5. Happy to help – providing excellent customer service and being helpful and friendly.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply on website' button below to apply online. The closing date for applications is Friday 5th September 2025.